Intersectionality

Duration: 6 weeks
Format: Online
Start Dates: Coming Soon

The Intersectionality Module provides trainers with the knowledge and tools to deliver impactful training sessions on intersectionality. The series explores the intersection of different forms of oppression, provides historical context, and equips trainers with the skills to recognize and challenge systems of power and privilege.

What You Will Gain

Upon completion of this workshop series, trainers will acquire:

✓ Deeper Understanding: Explore the intricate connections between various forms of oppression, enhancing your comprehension of complex societal dynamics.

✓ Historical Context: Gain insights into the historical roots of intersecting oppressions, providing a foundation for informed discussions and analysis.

✓ Skill Development: Acquire practical skills to recognize and navigate systems of power and privilege, fostering more inclusive and equitable spaces.

✓ Impactful Training Techniques: Develop strategies to deliver training sessions that authentically address the nuances of intersectionality, promoting awareness and allyship.

Who is This For?

The Intersectionality Certification is designed for:

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practitioners: Deepen your expertise by understanding how intersecting identities impact individuals and communities, fostering more nuanced and inclusive DEI strategies.

Trainers and Educators: Enhance your training toolkit with insights into intersectionality, enabling you to create more comprehensive and impactful educational experiences.

Human Resources Professionals: Gain a nuanced understanding of how intersecting factors influence workplace dynamics, enabling you to implement more inclusive HR practices.

Social Justice Advocates: Broaden your perspective on oppression and privilege intersections, equipping you to advocate for justice in a more intersectional and effective manner.

Anyone Committed to Inclusivity: Whether you're in leadership, community organizing, or simply passionate about fostering inclusive spaces, this module provides essential insights for creating positive change.

Skills Emphasized

  • Identity Awareness

  • Intersectional Analysis

  • Facilitation

  • Social Justice

  • Systems Thinking

Key Stages & Milestones

Week 0: Pre-Work: Engage in self-paced online instruction, completing essential preparatory materials.

Week 1: Live Instructional Session: Join a dynamic live session, delving into key concepts and nuances.

Week 2: Self-Paced Online Instruction: Engage in reflection activities, additional resources, and preparatory materials.

Weeks 3 and 5: Live Instructional Sessions: Delve deeper into intersectionality, analyzing its impact, and exploring strategies.

Week 4: Self-Paced Online Instruction: Deepen your understanding and apply concepts to real-world scenarios.

Week 6: Certification: Complete the certification process, including post-work activities, assessments, and a review of key learnings.

Digital Credential Overview

The Intersectionality Certification designates trainers who possess a nuanced understanding of intersectionality. Trainers with this credential are adept at analyzing complex identities, recognizing systems of oppression, and fostering dialogue that addresses multiple layers of discrimination.

As part of this certification journey, trainers have the unique opportunity to earn up to seven distinguished micro-credentials:

Intersectional Frameworks
Analyzing Multiple Identities
Understanding Interconnected Oppressions
Advancing Intersectional Advocacy
Cultivating Inclusive Spaces
Intersectionality in Policy and Practice
Empowering Marginalized Voices

Course Requirements

To earn the Intersectionality Digital Credential, trainers will:

  1. Engage comprehensively in the Intersectionality Module, participating in workshops, discussions, assessments, and activities.

  2. Demonstrate an advanced grasp of intersectionality and its implications through successful completion of module assessments.

  3. Create and lead an interactive session or dialogue exploring the intersection of identities and systems of oppression, showcasing acquired knowledge and facilitating meaningful discussions.

  4. Submit a reflective analysis highlighting personal transformation, growth in facilitating intersectional conversations, and contributions to creating more inclusive spaces.

Instructor

Dr. Kiara Butler

Dr. Kiara Butler is a distinguished advocate and educator in the realm of anti-racism and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her journey, originating from Jackson, Mississippi, has been marked by her fearless advocacy as a Black, same-gender-loving woman from the Deep South. Dr. Butler, a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, possesses a wealth of knowledge from her extensive academic background, including a Doctorate of Education degree. Her passion for social justice led to the:

  • founding of Diversity Talks in 2017, a non-profit focused on empowering youth to lead anti-racism training for educators.

  • creation of the PERM Framework, a revolutionized approach to cultural competency, offering a comprehensive and practical tool for assessment.

Required Materials

Each enrolled trainer will gain access to an extensive range of resources and tools, specifically curated to enrich their learning experience and empower them as effective anti-racism facilitators. These valuable resources and tools include:

  • This handbook serves as an in depth guide for trainers, offering practical tips, strategies, and best practices for facilitating inclusive and equitable training sessions. It provides insights into creating safe spaces, managing difficult conversations, and navigating potential challenges during anti-racism workshops.

  • This handbook focuses on transforming organizations into more inclusive and anti-racist spaces. It provides practical guidance on integrating anti-racism principles into policies, procedures, and practices, fostering DEI, using the PERM Cultural Competence Framework and Seven Pillars for Reimagining Your Organization.

  • Our content specific handbooks delve into each module of the Anti-Racism Certification Program, offering in-depth knowledge, resources, and exercises tailored to specific topics. These handbooks provide trainers with a deeper understanding of the core concepts covered in each module and offer additional resources to enrich their training sessions.

  • Terms & Conditions: The Fine Print to an Anti-Racist Society is the first book of its kind. Regardless of racial and cultural background, it provides readers with two guided resources and one interactive experience designed for personal and collective accountability in hopes of creating an anti-racist society.

  • Our anti-racism glossary provides an exhaustive list of key terms and definitions commonly used in anti-racism discourse. This resource assures that trainers have a shared understanding of terminology, promoting effective communication and informed discussions during training sessions.

  • As part of our commitment to ongoing learning and development, each trainer enrolled in our program will gain access to our exclusive online resource library. This library is a curated collection of articles, research papers, case studies, and multimedia content, providing trainers with a wealth of additional materials to deepen their understanding of anti-racism concepts and stay updated on emerging trends.

Cost Information

Intersectionality Certification is tailored to meet individual learning needs and circumstances. Prices may vary based on specific requirements and situations. For personalized cost details or to discuss your unique learning needs, please feel free to contact us. We're committed to making our program accessible to everyone, and our team is ready to assist you in finding the best solution for your anti-racism training journey.